An accident on eastbound Interstate 10 near Veterans Memorial Boulevard in Metairie is causing traffic to back up toward the St. Charles Parish line.

The call came in at 10:21 a.m., said the Lousisiana State Police, who are working to clear the scene. The accident blocked the left and center lanes. A passerby reported an overturned car on the interstate.

One person has been transported to a hospital with minor injuries, according to State Police.